ORDER NO. CPD0010001C0 Notebook Computer CF-72 This is the Service Manual for the following areas. M ...for U.S.A. and Canada E ...for U.K. G ...for Germany F ...for France S ...for Sweden T ...for Italy P ...for Spain Model Number Reference The models in the CF-72 series are numbered in accordance with the types of the CPU, LCD and HDD etc.
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If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer. IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
LITHIUM BATTERY • CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacture. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. LITHIUMBATTERIES Vorsicht! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßem Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben order einen vom Hersteller empfohlenen ähnlichen Typ.
Check the bottom of the computer or the box the computer came in at the time of purchase. To check CPU speed: Use DMI Viewer in [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [DMI Viewer]. To check memory size and hard disk drive (HDD) size: Run the Setup Utility.
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(V.90 & K56flex) FAX:14.4 Pointing Device Touch Pad Speaker Speaker (built in) Utility Programs Setup Utility, DMI Viewer, Panasonic Hand Writing* Sound HRTF 3D positional audio support 16-bit stereo, WAVE and MIDI playback Battery Pack Li-ion 10.8 , 3.0 Operating Time* Approx.
2. Names and Functions of Parts The illustrations shown may differ from the actual physical appearances. Function Keys LED Indicators Caps Lock Numeric key (NumLk) Touch Pad Scroll lock (ScrLk) Hard disk status Multimedia pocket device status Internal Modem Carrying Handle Microphone Jack For enhanced portability and Use only a monaural condenser microphone.
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Infrared Communication Port External Keyboard/Mouse Port Parallel Port External Display Port DC-IN Jack Ventilation Hole These holes allow heat to exit. USB Ports CAUTION Do not block or place the computer in a Serial Port location that may prevent proper ventila- tion.
3.Technical Information 3.1 System Overview 3.1.1 System Configuration The main system is made up of a Main board, a SUB board, a LED board, a PAD board and a LID board. The CPU operates at 1.6V, 1.35V(core)/2.5V; the main memory at 3.3V; the core logic at 3.3V/5V; and the other main chips at 3.3V.
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System Configuration Diagram int int int int l l l l e e e e Mobile Mobile Mobile Mobile Pentium Pentium Pentium Pentium III III III 1.5V GTL 64bit Host Bus 13.3” VRAM Host PCI DRAM 8.0MB AGP Bus Bridge Interface Main Memory Main Memory ) ) ) ) SDRAM...
Diagnosis Procedure 4.1. Basic Procedures The basic procedures for diagnosis, disassembly, and test of defective parts of a set to be repaired are summarized below. For details, refer to relevant pages in the Service Manual. l l l l l Flow Chart OCCURRENCE OF TROUBLE Power sw is set to ON.
4.2. Power-On Self Test (Boot Check) 4.2.1. Outline of POST The set has a boot check function called POST (Power-On Self Test) in it. The condition of the main body is diagnosed by checking beep sound or error code. l Start .....Test begins automatically when power switch is set to ON. l Normal finish ..After memory checking, a beep sound is issued once and the set is placed into automatic stop.
If your system displays one of except the messages marked below with an asterisk (*), write down the message and contact Panasonic Technical Support. If your system fails after you make changes in the Setup menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.
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02D0 System cache error - Cache disabled Contact Panasonic Technical Support. 02F0: CPU ID: CPU socket number for Multi-Processor error. 02F4: EISA CMOS not writable ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to EISA CMOS. 02F5: DMA Test Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to extended DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers.
4.4. Diagnosis Map 4.4.1. MAIN UNIT DIAGNOSIS (1/2) Make sure that connecting cables, connectors and AC adapter are not loose or disconnected prior to testing. Troubleshooting Source of Symptom Component procedures problem Result No power is sent to the Is 15V applied to pins 5-8 of YES Go to No.
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Troubleshooting Source of Symptom Component procedures problem Result Date or Time cannot be input. Date and Time does not Replace the Main PCB. Main PCB change properly. RTC battery Date and Time are not displayed. Memory count is too large IC10 17 Replace the Main PCB.
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Troubleshooting Source of Symptom Component procedures problem Result Real time Clock is not Does resetting the date/time Error during updating 13-1 SETUP correct SETUP problem? Main PCB Memory size/data error Replace the expansion RAM Expansion RAM card. card 14-1 Does operation return to normal? (Go to “NO”...
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4.4.4. KEYBOARD, MOUSE or TOUCH PAD DIAGNOSIS Make sure that connecting cables, connectors and AC adapter are not loose or disconnected prior to testing. Troubleshooting Source of Symptom Component procedures problem Result Key top cannot be pressed. Keyboard is broken. Keyboard Key top does not spring back after pressing.
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4.4.5. SDD DIAGNOSIS Make sure that connecting cables, connectors and AC adapter are not loose or disconnected prior to testing. Troubleshooting Source of Symptom Component procedures problem Result Access lamp does not Replace the SDD. light. Does operation return to Go to No.
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4.4.6. HDD DIAGNOSIS Make sure that connecting cables, connectors and AC adapter are not loose or disconnected prior to testing. Troubleshooting Source of Symptom Component procedures problem Result Does not boot from HDD. Go to No. 1-2 Has the HDD been partitioned? Improper setting Go to No.
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Troubleshooting Source of Symptom Component procedures problem Result An operating system could Format data Does executing FDISK not be found destroyed correct the problem? Go to No. 8-2 Replace the HDD. Does operation return to Go to No. 8-3 normal? Replace the HDD cable.
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4.4.8. PRINTING DIAGNOSIS Make sure that connecting cables, connectors and AC adapter are not loose or disconnected prior to testing. Troubleshooting Source of Symptom Component procedures problem Result Data does not print from YES Main PCB Does the printer pass its the printer.
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4.4.10. INFRARED CCOMMUNICATION PORT DIAGNOSIS Make sure that connecting cables, connectors and AC adapter are not loose or disconnected prior to testing. Troubleshooting Source of Symptom Component procedures problem Result Data cannot be sent or YES Go to No. 1-2 Is the Infrared Communica- received.
Diagnostic Test Diagnostic Test Procedure 5.1.1 Equipment (1) Test Computer ............................1 unit (2) AC Adapter ............................1 pc. (3) External Printer ............................. 1 unit (4) Loopback Plug (Parallel Port Test) [P/N: DFWV95C0081] ..............1 pc. (5) Loopback Plug (Serial Port Test for RS232C) [P/N: DFWV95C0067] ..........1 pc. (6) Floppy Disk containg file DIAG ......................
5.1.4 Test Procedure Use the floppy disk containing file diag48. Press [D] [I] [A] [G] [4] [8] and [Enter] keys. DIAGNOSTIC MENU (V*.*L**) 1. TEST ALL DEVICES DEVICES) 2. TEST AUTOMATICALLY ( DEVICES) 3. EXIT 4. MAIN BOARD 5. xxxxxKB RANDOM ACCESS MEMORY 6.
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3) KEYBOARD TEST Press 6 and Enter keys. KEYBOARD 1. TEST ALL DEVICES DEVICES) 2. TEST AUTOMATICALLY ( DEVICES) 3. EXIT 4. PRESS KEY TEST 5. SCAN CODE RETURN TEST SELECT MENU : _ For 4. PRESS KEY TEST. Press 4 and Enter Keys. PRESS KEY TEST 1.
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5) BATTERY PACK TEST Press 8 and Enter keys. BATTERY PACK TEST Battery Pack : exists. AC Adaptor : connected (Not connected) (Normal message) : Test done ! ! Press any key when ready._ When an error message is displayed, refer to [5.2 Error Massage]. 6) VIDEO TEST Press 9 and Enter keys.
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For 4. HDD - DRIVE TEST. Press 4 and Enter keys. 1st HDD - DRIVE TEST Count value to get SEEK COMPLETE = 0 (Normal Message) : Test done ! ! Press any key when ready._ When an error message is displayed, refer to [5.2 Error Message] For 5.
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For 5. 1st FLOPPY DISK DRIVE TEST. Press 5 and Enter keys. 1st FLOPPY DISK DRIVE TEST 1. TEST ALL DEVICES DEVICES) 2. TEST AUTOMATICALLY ( DEVICES) 3. EXIT 4. DRIVE TEST 5. 720KB - MEDIA TEST 6. 1.44MB - MEDIA TEST SELECT MENU : _ For 4.
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For 4. PRINT OUT TEST. Press 4 and Enter keys. 1st Parallel port test (I/O address xxxH) Connect printer Hit any key when ready._ (Normal Message): Sample characters will be printed to the printer. 1st Parallel port test (I/O address 378H) !"#$%&'()*+,-./0123456789:;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ[\]ˆ_`abcdefghijklmno !"#$%&'()*+,-./0123456789:;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ[\]ˆ_`abcdefghijklmnop "#$%&'()*+,-./0123456789:;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ[\]ˆ_`abcdefghijklmnopq...
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For 4. RS232C CONTROLLER REGISTER R/W TEST. Press 4 and Enter keys. 1st serial port test (I/O address xxxH) (Normal Message): Test done ! ! Press any key when ready._ When an error message is displayed, refer to [5.2 Error Message]. For 5.
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For 4. CONTROLLER REGISTER R/W TEST. Press 4 and Enter keys. CONTROLLER REGISTER R/W TEST Infrared port (I/O address xxxxH) (Normal Message): Test done ! ! Press any key when ready._ When an error message is displayed, refer to [5.2 Error Message]. For 5.
6. Disassembly/Reassembly Note: Power off the computer. Do not shut down to the Suspend or hibernation mode. Do not add peripherals while the computer is in the Suspend or hibernation mode; abnormal operation may result. 6.1 Removing the Battery Pack. 6.2 Removing the HDD Unit.
6.4 Removing the RAM Card. <A> RAM Card Cover <E> Palmrest Unit Open RAM Card Connector PAD PCB Figure 7 CN701 1. Remove the screw <A>, and remove the RAM card CN703 cover. Figure 5 Screw <A>: XYN2+J12FZ 2. Turn open the palmrest unit. 3.
CN801 KB Waterproof Turn CN802 Hooks Figure 11 Keyboard 2. Release the hooks of the hinge cover L and the hinge Figure 9 cover R. 2. Turn the keyboard. 3. Open the KB waterproof. 4. Disconnect the two connectors CN801 and CN802. 5.
6.7 Removing the LCD Section and 6.9 Removing the Bottom Case Unit the LED PCB. and the Handle Unit. <D> <F> <F> <D> <G> LED Section <S> <S> LED PCB Power knob Bottom Case Unit Handle Unit Figure 15 Figure 17 1.
6.11 Removing the Main PCB. 6.12 Removing the Fan and the Fan Heat Angle. <E> Modem Jack Cover Lift Up Open Port Port Open Open Cover R Cover L Figure 18 1. Remove the two screws <E>. 2. Open the modem jack cover , port cover R and the port cover L.
6.13 Removing the Sub PCB. 6.15 Removing the Bus Shutter Unit and the Card Shutter Unit. <H> <W> Card Shutter Unit <W> Bus Shutter Unit Figure 25 1. Remove the four screws <W>. 2. Remove the bus shutter unit and the card shutter unit. Screw <W>: XQN2+J4FN Power Knob Sub PCB...
6.18 Removing the LCD Lock and the LCD Lock Spring. LCD Lock <U> LCD Spring <U> LCD Front Cabinet Figure 31 1. Remove the two screws <U>. 2. Remove the LCD lock and the LCD lock spring. Screw <U>: DFHE5119ZA 6.19 Setting the Dip SW 1.
Replacement Parts List 9.1. CF-72 (Main Block Unit, Mechanical Parts, Accessories and Packing Materrial) Note: Important Safety Notice Components identified by mark have special characteristics important for safety. When replacing any of these components, use only manufacturer's specified parts. REF. NO. and AREA PART NO.
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REF. NO. and AREA PART NO. DESCRIPTION Q'TY Mechanical Parts DFMD7688YA ANGLE, JACK DFMD7694ZA HOLDER, PAD DFMX0828ZA INSULATOR PCB, LED DFMX0829ZA INSULATOR PCB, SUB DFMX0830ZA INSULATOR SUB PCB, SUB 2 DFMX0848ZB INSULATOR PCB, PAD DFMY0257ZA SHEET 1, THERMAL, CPU DFMY0258YA SHEET 2, THERMAL, CPU DFMY3088ZA HEAT SPLEADER...
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DESCRIPTION REF. NO. and AREA PART NO. Q'TY K 53 DFGX8007ZA-0 ASS'Y, SHUTTER, CARD K 70 DFKE0544ZA-0 COVER, N, ANTENNA K 71 DFUD0031ZA LATCH, SPRING, LCD K 72 DFMD3089ZA ANGLE, INVERTER K 73 DFME0121ZA PLATE, PROTECTOR K 74 DFMX0785ZA SHEET, CABLE, INVERTER K 75 DFMX0832ZA INVERTER, INSULATION...
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DESCRIPTION REF. NO. and AREA PART NO. Q'TY K 130 DFHE0436ZA CLOTH 1,LCD CABLE K 132 DFHG1443ZA CUSHION 2, UPPER MP K 133 DFHG1444ZB CUSHION, UPPER, MP K 134 DFHG1439ZA CUSHION, PCB, SUB K 135 DFHR7910ZB SPASER, MINI PCI K 136 DFHG1442ZB CUSHION, CN, HDD K 137...
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(Main Block Unit, Mechanical Parts, Accessories and Packing Materrial) REF. NO. and AREA PART NO. DESCRIPTION Q'TY Main PCB CAPACITOR, 2V, 100 Ê F C 2 385 386 EEFCD0D101R CAPACITOR, 2V, 100 Ê F C 3 4 388 EEFCD0D101R C 14 15 16 17 41 42 117 121 CAPACITOR, 10V, 1 Ê...
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REF. NO. and AREA PART NO. DESCRIPTION Q'TY C 141 142 143 144 247 248 DCUM1H470JCL CAPACITOR, 50V, 47pF 249 250 375 379 381 CAPACITOR, 10V, 22 Ê F C 161 162 DCUK1A226ZFL CAPACITOR, 10V, 22 Ê F C 187 188 ECST1AX226R C 189 245 445 DCUM1H101JCL...
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REF. NO. and AREA PART NO. DESCRIPTION Q'TY CN 15 DFJP173ZA002 CONNECTOR, FOR MINI-PCI CN 16 DFJP173ZA005 CONNECTOR, FOR MINI-PCI 1 CN 17 K2LB102B0016 CONNECTOR, FOR FOR RJ11(MODEM) CN 18 K2LC108B0022 CONNECTOR, FOR RJ45(LAN) CN 19 K1MMC4B00003 CONNECTOR, FOR MINI-PCI TYPE 3 CN 20 DFJS265ZA012 CONNECTOR, FOR EC FLASH...
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REF. NO. and AREA PART NO. DESCRIPTION Q'TY IC 35 C1DB00000536 IC, SOUND AMP IC 36 C0ABBA000075 IC, OP AMP IC 37 DAPST9140NXT IC, REGULATOR IC 38 39 DAPST9125NXT IC, REGULATOR IC 40 41 DA7W14UT12L0 IC, INVERTER IC 43 TVHC32FTL IC, OR GATE IC 45 DA3125QXX1T...
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REF. NO. and AREA PART NO. DESCRIPTION Q'TY R 159 199 202 212 213 216 RESISTOR, 1/4W, 47K ¶ ERJ2GEJ473X 225 254 261 THERMISTOR, 1W, 151K ¶ R 160 DBT10KC1513P RESISTOR, 1/10W, 12 ¶ R 162 ERJ6GEYJ120V RESISTOR, 1/4W, 4.7K ¶ R 166 ERJ2GEJ472X RESISTOR, 1/4W, 1M ¶...
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REF. NO. and AREA PART NO. DESCRIPTION Q'TY RESISTOR ARRAY, 47K ¶ RA 24 53 DEARA8AJ473M RESISTOR ARRAY, 10K ¶ RA 26 27 28 32 34 36 37 38 DEARA8AJ103M RESISTOR ARRAY, 47K ¶ RA 30 EXBV8V473JV RESISTOR ARRAY, 47K ¶ RA 39 40 42 EXBV8V473JV RESISTOR ARRAY, 1K ¶...
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REF. NO. and AREA PART NO. DESCRIPTION Q'TY CAPACITOR, 25V, 0.1 Ê F C 802 812 815 ECUV1E104ZFV CAPACITOR, 16V, 68 Ê F C 808 811 ECST1CD686R CAPACITOR, 50V, 0.01 Ê F C 810 ECUV1H103KBV CAPACITOR, 10V, 10 Ê F C 816 DCUE1A106ZFL CAPACITOR, 16V, 10 Ê...
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REF. NO. and AREA PART NO. DESCRIPTION Q'TY RESISTOR, 1/16W, 5.6K ¶ R 807 ERJ3GEYJ562V RESISTOR, 1/16W, 1M ¶ R 808 809 ERJ3GEYJ105V RESISTOR, 1/16W, 4.7K ¶ R 810 ERJ3GEYJ472V RESISTOR, 1/16W, 1M ¶ R 812 EFJ3GEYJ105V RESISTOR, 1/16W, 5.6K ¶ R 815 ERJ3GEYJ562V RESISTOR, 1/16W, 47K ¶...
9.2. CD-ROM drive CF-VCD711 Replacement Parts List (Main Block Unit, Mechanical Parts, Accessories and Packing Materrial) Note: Important Safety Notice Components identified by mark have special characteristics important for safety. When replacing any of these components, use only manufacturer's specified parts. REF.
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9.3. SuperDisk drive CF-VFS712W Replacement Parts List (Main Block Unit, Mechanical Parts, Accessories and Packing Materrial) Note: Important Safety Notice Components identified by mark have special characteristics important for safety. When replacing any of these components, use only manufacturer's specified parts. REF.